West Bengal Voluntary Blood Donors' Society

About Us

A state-level apex organisation uniting, strengthening and promoting the voluntary blood donation movement across West Bengal.

সচেতনতা • সঙ্ঘবদ্ধতা • সক্ষমতা

Awareness • Unity • Empowerment — বিন্দু বিন্দু রক্ত দিয়ে বাঁচাবো লক্ষ প্রাণ

Who we are

The apex body of West Bengal's voluntary blood donation movement

Established in 2023 and registered under the Trust Act and the Government of India's NGO Darpan, WBVBDS is a collaborative network connecting voluntary blood donor organisations, camp organisers and compassionate citizens throughout West Bengal. We are recognised by the National Blood Transfusion Council (NBTC) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.

Our constitution and framework were formally adopted in March 2024 at the 1st State Conference in Bardhaman, and revised in January 2026 at the 3rd State Conference in Sagardighi, Murshidabad.

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Mission

Achieve 100% voluntary blood donation across West Bengal and ensure safe blood for every patient.

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জীবনবার্তা (Jibanbarta)

Our official journal featuring donor stories, scientific information and updates from the movement.

Our Objectives

1

100% voluntary blood donation

Eliminate replacement donation by ensuring every government blood centre relies entirely on voluntary donors.

2

Stronger healthcare infrastructure

Advocate for better government blood transfusion services and public oversight of private blood service providers.

3

National policy advocacy

Press for a comprehensive National Blood Transfusion Act and its proper enforcement, to guarantee safe transfusion.

4

Awareness and education

Inform the public about transfusion-transmissible infections such as HIV/AIDS and hepatitis, blood safety and general health.

5

Community unity

Strengthen the bond between donors, camp organisers and local volunteers, and discourage commercial incentives at camps.

6

Observance of key health days

Mark World Red Cross Day (8 May), World Blood Donor Day (14 June) and National Voluntary Blood Donation Day (1 October).

Our Impact at a Glance

2,00,000+

Blood Units Collected

3,500+

Camps Organised

5,000+

Active Volunteers

23

Districts Covered

10,00,000+

Lives Touched

Organisational Structure

WBVBDS operates through a transparent, democratic structure:

  • State Conference — the supreme decision-making body, meeting annually.
  • State Executive Committee & Secretariat — runs state operations, campaigns and policy work.
  • State Council & Advisory Board — representatives of member organisations and experienced social workers.
  • District & Subdivision Units — local bodies at block, municipality and district level.
  • Blood Centre Teams — stationed at government blood centres to coordinate emergencies and blood availability.

Official Publication

Our journal “জীবনবার্তা” (Jibanbarta) carries stories, scientific information and updates on the blood donation movement in Bengal.

Legal Status & Registration

  • Registration No. 230600045 — Section 60 & Rule 69, Book IV, Vol. 2306-2024
  • Affiliations — NGO Darpan registered, Income Tax exempted, NBTC recognised

Bank Details for Contributions

Account Name
West Bengal Voluntary Blood Donors Society
Bank
Bank of India, Bangur Avenue Branch, Kolkata
Account No.
402520110000623
IFSC Code
BKID0004025

Please inform us after every donation.

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